As Daylight Savings Time ends, energy bills get bigger in part because people keep their lights on longer throughout the winter months. As we turn back the clocks, here are a few tips to help turn down your energy bills.

- Replace high wattage bulbs with lower wattage bulbs. Changing from a 100 watt to a 75 or 60 watt version makes a real difference in energy savings. Better yet, make the jump to a CFL bulb or, better yet, an energy efficient LED bulb.

One theme you will constantly see in home furnishings is the fleur-de-lis. LampsPlus.com has over 100 items listed that feature this emblem.

Actually you'll see the fleur-de-lis everywhere else you look from the Boy Scout emblem to the Da Vinci Code.

This symbol has a long history and a variety of interpretations. It is featured on ancient pottery, textiles, coins, flags, clothing, jewelry and architecture.

The French words "fleur-de-lis" translate into "lily" and the symbol itself has the look of a highly stylized flower.

Its symbolic history has imbued this simple shape with a powerful legacy.

The fleur-de-lis was adopted early by French Kings which featured the symbol on royal seals, banners, and jewelry as an emblem of their sovereignty. Joan of Arc carried a flag into battle which featured fleur-de-lis within the insignia.

Besides attractive graining and an appealing light color, teak is sturdy and naturally weather resistant. That's why we love this teak wall shelf and towel rack for the bathroom. Plus, this eco-friendly design is repurposed from castoff teak wood. Sustainable and so stylish!

One of two $250 LampsPlus.com shopping sprees can be yours in just three easy steps:

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Upload a photo or two showcasing your lighting style between 10/19/09 and 11/19/09. Feel free to write a caption too! There is no limit but the photos must be uploaded during the contest period and only the photo with the most “Like” votes will win.

Encourage your friends and family to “Like” and comment on your photos!

In an interview with Residential Lighting, Begley discussed his favorite new technology, and it's one we're excited about, too.

CCFL, or Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lighting, is an emerging bulb technology that shows a lot of promise. Benefits over CFLs include longer life, instant turn-on, and they're dimmable.

CCFL is currently used most often for backlighting computer displays and as a replacement for neon lighting. Screw-in bulbs are starting to hit the market, and we're excited to watch this energy efficient technology develop further.

Since the first round of Lighting for Tomorrow winners was announced 2004, each year’s winning products have demonstrated how energy efficient lighting can add warmth and radiance to a home while saving energy and money.

The winners for 2009 were just announced, so you can get a taste of the future today! Read more about the competition and the winning designs here: Lighting for Tomorrow.